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Need a little info about the truck, is it equiped with the air shift lever/switch located under the dash? Or, is the truck equipped with the sprag equipped transfer case?
With the batteries installed, you can jump the starter, a large junk screw driver across the positive lead at the starter solinoid to the starter lead. May cause sparks if not firmly contacted. Pull the screw driver off after it stats. Make sure the fuel s/o is not pulled. This procedure is...
The pump in the tank is an easy fix. There is no true "fuse" for the pump. A wrecker service may be the way to go. I had one transported 50 miles on a RGN, $250. Truck ran, just not brakes. Maybe find a member here with a tow bar. Nice afternoon project.
Congrats on your new truck. Looks to be well maintained. Many deuces got a second life w/ fire departments. The red paint jobs add a little character to them. I've seen many fire dept. paint schemes that I would keep. Great for parade duty.
Have fun, be safe.
Welcome from Kentucky, as for service, working on these ol' trucks is half the fun. The big truck shops really don't want to deal with them, maybe a independent shop w/ and ol' timer still at it.
Have fun, be safe.
Just caching up, I'm in shock to say the least. Spoke w/ Ron over the holidays about some parts for his 931 project.
Got many a tech tip from him with regards to my 813. I am so sorry for his loss. Thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family. Rest In Peace Brother Ron. Thank you for your...
Hey Jay, welcome from Kentucky. Congrats on your new truck. A3s are pretty unique. Source the operator's manual, it contains a wealth of knowledge. Have fun, be safe.
Ken,
Batteries can be fickle. If they are truely one year old, I'd take them back to the store/seller. If they came w/ the vehicle their age would be questionable. Wyoming weather/winters can be tough on equipment, especially batteries. I recently purchased two Group 31 for a deuce, topped them...